What's happening in Porto: 28 Nov - 4 Dec 2022
Queer Porto Film Festival, Christmas markets, Serralves em Luz, and more.
🚨SAVE THE DATE: Porto Social Club’s first-ever event will be held the night of 10 December. We are still finalizing details, but you can get exclusive early access to the event by filling out our brief feedback survey.
Monday, 28 November
Serralves em Luz, at Parque de Serralves, starts 20h
Take advantage of the last weeks of this unique, immersive nighttime exhibition of light, with 25 installations on a 3km route through the park. Tickets: free for kids 3 and younger; 10.50€ for ages 4-11; 12.50€ for adults.
Joana Serrat concert, at Casa da Música, starts 21h
Catalan singer-songwriter Joana Serrat left her homeland of Vic (Catalonia) and traveled to Denton, Texas, where she recorded, “Hardcore from the Heart.” This album was released last June to universal acclaim. Purchase tickets for 20€.
Pedro Flores and guests concert, at Casa da Música, starts 21h30
With a unique voice, gifted with a peculiar timbre, Lisbon’s Pedro Flores fell in love with fado, while remaining open to new horizons in other musical genres. For this performance, the singer brings two outstanding guests: António Zambujo and Miguel Araújo. Tickets start at 15€.
Tuesday, 29 November
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
Expat meetup, at GH Restaurant & Café, evening hours
Meet, mingle, and connect with fellow expats and locals at the bar every Tuesday of November. No entry fee.
Running club, meet-up location varies, starts at 19h
Runners and walkers of all fitness levels meet weekly to exercise and socialize. Free to join. Email Warren for more details and run location.
Serralves em Luz, at Parque de Serralves, starts 20h
Take advantage of the last weeks of this unique, immersive nighttime exhibition of light, with 25 installations on a 3km route through the park. Tickets: free for kids 3 and younger; 10.50€ for ages 4-11; 12.50€ for adults.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 21h30-23h59
The 8th anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
Mgła concert, at Hard Club, starts at 21h30
Mgła (pronounced "mgwah") means "Fog" in Polish. This black metal band was initially founded as a studio project, but after the success of several albums, they began touring. This is a triple bill of heavy metal bands. Tickets start at 25€.
Brazilian music concert, at Embaixada do Porto, starts 22h
Who wants to enjoy the sounds of a Brazilian band for the evening? Every Tuesday, you can stop by and dance up a storm. Admission is free.
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Wednesday, 30 November
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
World of Wine Christmas market, at World of Wine, 15h-21h
In case you are looking for a Christmas market to enjoy, the World of Wine (WOW) in Vila Nova de Gaia is providing a space for vendors to sell their Christmas products. Entrance is free.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 16h-23h59
The eighth anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
Serralves em Luz, at Parque de Serralves, starts 20h
Take advantage of the last weeks of this unique, immersive nighttime exhibition of light, with 25 installations on a 3km route through the park. Tickets: free for kids 3 and younger; 10.50€ for ages 4-11; 12.50€ for adults.
Samba Jazz concert, at FJ Events Venue, 20h-21h
Enjoy live jazz music by two talented musicians, Gabi Yong and André Multini. Online tickets: start at 20.50€ for general admission.
Pub quiz, at Fábrica Nortada, 21h-23h
Flex your knowledge of sports, films, celebs, geography, etc. at this weekly trivia night hosted at a local brewery (conducted in Portuguese). Free to participate.
Did you know: Registration is open for the 28th edition of São Silvestre do Porto, a 5K and 10K road race taking place on 8 January 2023.
Thursday, 1 December
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
Praça da Batalha Christmas market, at Praça da Batalha, 10h-22h
Mercado da Alegria is a weekly opportunity to view and buy the work of dozens of local artisans and sellers. During December, some of their products have a Christmas theme, with dolls, toys, jewelry, gloves, hats, and scarves on offer. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
World of Wine Christmas market, at World of Wine, 10h-21h
In case you are looking for yet another Christmas market to enjoy, the World of Wine (WOW) in Vila Nova de Gaia, is providing a space for vendors to sell their Christmas products. Entrance is free.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 16h30-23h59
The 8th anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
Beer tasting event, at theLAB Porto, 18h-20h
Come for a free beer tasting at 18h in this intimate liquor store and stay for free guest lecture on beer beginning at 19h.
Jam session, at Académico Bar, starts 22h30
This bar is a hidden gem on Rua de Costa Cabral, just north of Praça do Marquês, connected to Académico Futebol Club. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor space to enjoy their free weekly jam sesh.
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Friday, 2 December
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
Praça da Batalha Christmas market, at Praça da Batalha, 10h-22h
Mercado da Alegria is a weekly opportunity to view and buy the work of dozens of local artisans and sellers. During December, some of their products have on a Christmas theme, with dolls, toys, jewelry, gloves, hats, and scarves on offer. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
World of Wine Christmas market, at World of Wine, 10h-21h
In case you are looking for yet another Christmas market to enjoy, the World of Wine (WOW) in Vila Nova de Gaia, is providing a space for vendors to sell their Christmas products. Entrance is free.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 16h30-6h
The eighth anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
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Saturday, 3 December
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
Running club, meet-up location varies, starts at 08h30
Runners and walkers of all fitness levels meet weekly to exercise and socialize. Free to join. Email Warren for more details and run location.
Praça da Batalha Christmas market, at Praça da Batalha, 10h-22h
Mercado da Alegria is a weekly opportunity to view and buy the work of dozens of local artisans and sellers. During December, some of their products have on a Christmas theme, with dolls, toys, jewelry, gloves, hats, and scarves on offer. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
Palace Christmas market, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 10h30-18h
For those looking for a Christmas market that has a little more than shops, Crystal Palace Gardens will have clowns, magicians, musicians, dancers, and a cartoonist. Additionally, there will be a series of workshops inviting kids to write letters to Santa Claus, play instruments, and create arts and crafts. Free to participate.
World of Wine Christmas market, at World of Wine, 15h-21h
In case you are looking for yet another Christmas market to enjoy, the World of Wine (WOW) in Vila Nova de Gaia, is providing a space for vendors to sell their Christmas products. Entrance is free.
Christmas wine tasting event, at The Yeatman Hotel, 15h-19h
This massive wine tasting will be offering 200+ Portuguese wines to try. In its 11th year, the Christmas Wine Experience provides you with a chance to meet the wine makers and owners and purchase any wines you especially enjoy. Single day tickets start at 70€, with a two-day pass offered at 140€.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 16h30-6h
The 8th anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
Love and Social Networks play, at Hard Club, multiple times
This play is a romantic comedy exploring relationships and the dangers it faces when it comes to social media. There are two 90-minute performances, one at 19h15 and a second at 21h45. Tickets start at 11€.
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Sunday, 4 December
Monet and Klimt immersive exhibit, at Alfandega Congress Center, multiple times
This immersive gallery experience will be projecting animated versions of Claude Monet and Gustav Klimt paintings. Moving to haunting music, this gallery is designed to transport you inside their works. Four available timed viewings each day (12h, 14h, 16h, and 18h) and tickets start at 11€.
Mercado da Alegria, at Jardim do Passeio Alegre, 9h-19h
Shop local produce, baked goods, and handmade goods. Free entry.
Praça da Batalha Christmas market, at Praça da Batalha, 10h-22h
Mercado da Alegria is a weekly opportunity to view and buy the work of dozens of local artisans and sellers. During December, some of their products have on a Christmas theme, with dolls, toys, jewelry, gloves, hats and scarves on offer. Free to attend. Since the market is outside, it is dependent on good weather.
Palace Christmas market, at Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, 10h30-18h
For those looking for a Christmas market that has a little more than shops, Crystal Palace Gardens will have clowns, magicians, musicians, dancers, and a cartoonist. Additionally, there will be a series of workshops inviting kids to write letters to Santa Claus, play instruments, and create arts and crafts. Free to participate.
Christmas workshop, at Pop Up Workshops, 11h-14h30
Learn how to put together a delicious, culinary Christmas night. Joana Roque is one of the best Portuguese gastronomists with seven bestselling culinary books under her belt. Class includes everything you need and you get to eat what you cook (taught in Portuguese). Tickets start at 40€.
World of Wine Christmas market, at World of Wine, 15h-21h
In case you are looking for yet another Christmas market to enjoy, the World of Wine (WOW) in Vila Nova de Gaia, is providing a space for vendors to sell their Christmas products. Entrance is free.
Christmas wine tasting event, at The Yeatman Hotel, 15h-19h
This massive wine tasting will be offering over 200 Portuguese wines to try. In its 11th year, the Christmas Wine Experience provides you with a chance to meet the wine makers and owners and purchase any wines you especially enjoy. Single day tickets start at 70€, with a two-day pass offered at 140€.
Queer Porto Film Festival, at various locations, 16h30-23h59
The 8th anniversary of this queer cinema festival in Portugal spans four venues across Porto with parties, events, and screenings. The full festival schedule can be accessed here. Admission is free for most events, with a few that cost 3,50-5€.
Gama concert, at Coliseu Porto Ageas, 18h-20h
Listen to the latest rhymes from this young rapper from Porto. Accompanied by a guitarist, Gama alternates between hip hop and rock. Tickets are available for 10€.
Cinema Surpresa, at OKNA, starts 18h
Be surprised (and hopefully delighted!) during this series of weekly screenings, where won’t know what you’re going to watch until you walk in the door. Screenings will include a thought-provoking range of films, presented in original language with English subtitles. Doors at 18h for snacks and drinks. Screening starts at 19h. Entry: 3€ (free for OKNA members). Mandatory RSVP.
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